Airlines Tonga

Airlines Tonga was an airline based in Nukuʻalofa, Tonga. It operated services within Tonga and flights are operated on its behalf by Air Fiji.[1]

Commenced operationsDecember 2005
Ceased operationsAugust 23, 2008
Operating basesNukuʻalofa, Tonga
Fleet sizeSee Fleet below
DestinationsSee Destinations below
Parent companyAir Fiji and Teta Tours
Airlines Tonga Harbin Y-12 at Suva Airport (2006).

History

The airline started operations in December 2005 as a joint venture partnership between Air Fiji (49%) and Tongan travel agency Teta Tours (51%).[1] Airlines Tonga became the second domestic airline of Tonga after Peau Vavaʻu.

On August 23, 2008, Airlines Tonga ceased all activity indefinitely, citing its inability to meet rising fuel costs. It does not intend, however to remain out of business permanently.[2]

Destinations

Airlines Tonga operated services to the following destinations :

Fleet

The airline operates the following aircraft :

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References
  1. "Directory: World Airlines". Flight International. 2007-03-27. p. 70.
  2. "Tonga Government trying to figure out extent of financial strife at Airlines Tonga", Radio New Zealand International, September 1, 2008
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